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In harmony with nature

LOCAL RAW HONEY, SOAPS, CANDLES & POTTERY. HONEY BEE QUEENS AND NUCLEUS

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Franklin, VA 23851

We strive for bee health and environmental stewardship by producing the highest quality queens and practicing environmentally sustainable practices.

🐝 Become a Part of Our Beekeeping Journey – Sponsor a Hive Today! 🌼

At Stone Horse Apiary and Apothecary, we're dedicated to the health and sustainability of our bee colonies, and now you can be a part of this important work. Introducing our Sponsor a Hive Program, an opportunity for you to directly support our efforts in bee conservation, education, and the production of natural bee products.

Why Sponsor a Hive?

  • Support the Bees: Your sponsorship helps us provide the best care and a thriving environment for our bees.

  • Learn and Grow: Receive regular updates and insights into the life of your very own sponsored hive.

  • Reap Sweet Rewards: Enjoy a share of the honey produced by your hive, directly from our apiary to your table!

Sponsorship Tiers:

  • Bronze Beekeeper: $100/year for a 5% annual honey share.

  • Silver Beekeeper: $250/year for a 10% annual honey share.

  • Gold Beekeeper: $500/year for a 15% annual honey share.

Each tier includes regular updates, with higher levels offering additional perks like personalized hive plaques,  and special event invitations.

Join Us! To sponsor a hive, visit our  Sponsor a Hive.

 

Choose the level that suits you, and become a crucial part of our apiary's future.

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Hygienic behavior is a heritable trait that beekeepers can selectively breed for. Colonies that are more hygienic are more sensitive to unhealthy brood pheromones, and thus more resistant to mites and disease. 

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Our Specialty-Cotton Honey

Indulge in the exquisite taste of our Premium Cotton Honey, a delicacy that captures the essence of blooming cotton fields in a jar. Sourced from the heart of cotton-growing regions of Virginia, this honey is a testament to the dedication of our bees who tirelessly collect nectar from cotton blossoms to create a truly unique and delightful honey experience.

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New Products Coming Soon!

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Stone Horse Apiary & Apothecary

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